Ophthalmic instruments imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported ophthalmic instruments worth $3.6 million (10 tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $5.4 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.6M | 10 t |
| 2023 | $3.6M | 12 t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 9 t |
| 2021 | $1.5M | 9 t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 5 t |
| 2019 | $5.2M | 21 t |
| 2018 | $4.6M | 16 t |
| 2017 | $5.4M | 21 t |
Where Lebanon imports ophthalmic instruments from
Most of the value came from United States (26%), Germany (24%), Switzerland (15%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+109% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $952K | 26% |
| Germany | $868K | 24% |
| Switzerland | $555K | 15% |
| Singapore | $289K | 8% |
| Japan | $280K | 7.7% |
| France | $136K | 3.8% |
| Italy | $103K | 2.8% |
| South Korea | $87K | 2.4% |
| India | $60K | 1.6% |
| Mexico | $49K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $349.14 per kg, 61% above the world average of $216.35. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ophthalmic instruments exports from Lebanon
In 2024, Lebanon exported ophthalmic instruments worth $372 thousand (1 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Bahrain (40%), United Arab Emirates (15%), Cote d'Ivoire (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Cyprus grew fastest (+64% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bahrain | $147K | 40% |
| United Arab Emirates | $54K | 15% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $48K | 13% |
| Netherlands | $40K | 11% |
| Cyprus | $32K | 8.6% |
| Qatar | $25K | 6.7% |
| Iran | $21K | 5.5% |
| France | $3K | 0.7% |
| Switzerland | $3K | 0.7% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon ophthalmic instruments imports (HS 9018.50): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 9018.50: Ophthalmic instruments and appliances.
Common questions
What is the value of ophthalmic instruments imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported ophthalmic instruments worth $3.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10 tonnes. That ranks it 83rd of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply ophthalmic instruments to Lebanon?
The United States was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($952 thousand), followed by Germany (24%) and Switzerland (15%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 109% on the year.
What is the average import price of ophthalmic instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $349.14 per kg in 2024, 61% above the world average of $216.35 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of ophthalmic instruments to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.4 million in 2017 to $3.6 million in 2024, a fall of 33%. The peak was 2017 at $5.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.4 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export ophthalmic instruments?
Yes. Lebanon exported $372 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates and Cote d'Ivoire. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $3.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for ophthalmic instruments?
The HS code for ophthalmic instruments is subheading 9018.50. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9018 page.
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